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April 28, 2009 · Filed under Charity
Oscar-winning Hollywood star Halle Berry is auctioning off a unique, hand-carved rose gold cuff Gara Danielle-designed bracelet to show her support for families dealing with the devastating effects of domestic violence.
Proceeds from an online auction at CharityBuzz will be be Donated to the Jenesse Center, a non-profit organization that was founded in 1980 and provides help to victims of domestic violence through support facilities, education and health programs, among others.
“JC is an organization that is very close to my heart,” said Halle Berry, 42. “Their work makes a tremendous difference in the lives of women and children and I am proud to support such a worthy cause by auctioning off this beautiful bracelet.”
Made from 14K rose gold plate over sterling silver, this adjustable cuff bracelet was designed exclusively for Halle Berry to wear in the advertising campaign for her debut fragrance, Halle by Halle Berry. Berry loved the bracelet so much that she decided to keep it for her own collection. The one on auction is an exact replica by Gara Danielle, and only other one in existence, crafted exclusively for this auction to benefit JC.
The auction, which opened on April 15, will close on May 6. At the time of writing (16:00 hrs EST), there are 7 bids, and the current highest bid is $1050. The minimum next bid is $1300.
The bracelet:
Related post(s) and more photos of Halle Berry AND the bracelet here:
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April 24, 2009 · Filed under Charity
MTV Reality Show The Hills’ star Audrina Patridge has decided to play angel for animals in the new promotion for Peta (People for Ethical Treatment of Animals).
The Into the Blue 2 star recently debuted her Peta billboard that says “Be an angel for animals. ALWAYS ADOPT. NEVER BUY.”
Patridge says she she knew choosing to adopt from an animal shelter is the only way to ensure that a loving animal will not be killed because there simply aren’t enough good homes.
“I wanted to get involved with Peta because I’ve always been passionate about animals,” the 23-year-old actress told People magazine.
“And I think this is a great way to make people and all my fans aware of all the animals that need a home. And a lot of people go to pet stores and breeders to buy their animals, but you should adopt, so go to an animal shelter and rescue a dog.”
By the way, the cute little pooch in the poster is named Speedy Gonzales, which Patridge rescued herself. The picture is mounted on a huge billboard on Beverly Boulevard in LA.
Other Audrina Patridge post(s):
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February 21, 2009 · Filed under Accessories, Apparel, Charity, Fashion Line
Fashion designer-author-model-NBA wife Jackie Christie is set to launch her new clothing line ‘Colored Girl’ on May 9.
The ’semi-fashion’ line is said to introduce eco-friendly organic 100 per cent organic cotton T-shirts and accessories initially, but will be followed up with a ‘cool’ denim collection.
“I design with my heart and emotions, whatever I am feeling. I start there and I move with the vibe, not against it,” said Christie. So there ought to be some motivation to be doing that? I’ll not be surprised if it’s coming from her dedicated husband NBA superstar Doug Christie and their infinite love foundation.
Incidentally, the proceeds from her clothing line as well as her new book (Proud to Be a Colored Girl) will go to support single mothers and impoverished families worldwide.
“There are so many causes I’m involved with my true mission in life is to lend support to the underprivileged, and suffering. To try to bring about positive change in not just the world, but also the environment. To be honest it is very difficult to narrow it down to just one cause,” explained Jackie Christie.
Colored Girl line-up is said to be available initially online (jackiechristie.com) and in Seattle, LA and Atlanta stores, but it will be a limited edition. Why so?
Jackie says this has been done deliberately to ensure that women will come together more to get her pieces if her designs are not widely available at first.
Something like the demand-supply game, I’d guess.
January 29, 2009 · Filed under Apparel, Charity, Music
Bon Jovi rocker Jon Bon Jovi has teamed up with Hard Rock International and has lent an original Bon Jovi design to create the Signature Series 26, a limited-edition T-shirt and pin, which will benefit the Philadelphia Soul Charitable Foundation.
Jon Bon Jovi is now the most recent celebrity to take part in Hard Rock’s Signature Series T-shirt program, which has helped to raise millions of dollars for charitable causes worldwide.
“Over the years spent building homes and rebuilding communities with the Philadelphia Soul Charitable Foundation, I’ve seen that people want to contribute to something they believe in,” said Jon Bon Jovi. “With Hard Rock as a worldwide partner, the Signature Series lets fans contribute to our future builds.”
The 100% cotton Signature Series 26 tee, available in in black and sizes medium to XXL for men and women, features Jon Bon Jovi’s signature and original Bon Jovi logo, a red heart pierced by a winged blue sword, grapes and banner on a classic black.
The Philadelphia Soul Charitable Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing about positive change and helping the lives of those in need “one soul at a time.”
For more info and to buy the T-shirt online, visit Hard Rock international.
January 17, 2009 · Filed under Charity
Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen is appearing on the covers of a dozen February 2009 editions of Elle magazine from Argentina and Italy to South Africa and China.
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| Elle Czech Republic, February 2009 |
Elle South Africa, February 2009 |
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| Elle Spain, February 2009 |
Elle China, February 2009 |
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| Elle France, February 2009 |
Elle Singapore, February 2009 |
While these covers are dedicated to the battle against HIV in Africa and China, Bundchen is also known for her inclination towards other charity work.
Recently she painted her face as part of the ‘I am African’ campaign to protest against the lack of attention given to Africa’s HIV/AIDS victims. The 28-year-old fashion icon also donates a percentage of profits from her line of sandals – Ipanema Gisele Bündchen – to protect Amazon Rainforest water sources. She also supports Brazilian projects such as Nascentes do Brasil, ISA, Y Ikatu Xingu, and De Olho nos Mananciais.
Check out pictures of Gisele on international Cosmopolitan covers.
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